Following the release of Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s film “12th Fail,” actor Vikrant Massey received widespread acclaim for his portrayal of real-life IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma. Both fans and critics praised his performance in the movie. Massey’s stellar acting even earned him the Filmfare Best Actor award in the critics’ category, further solidifying his talent and recognition in the industry.
Vikrant Massey Revealed His Dad’s Reaction When His Brother Converted To Islam
During a recent interview with Unfiltered by Samdish Viran, Vikrant openly discussed the story of his brother’s decision to change his religion and convert to Islam. Vikrant revealed:
“My brother’s name is Moeen, I am called Vikrant. You would wonder why the name Moeen. He converted to Islam, and my family let him change his religion. They said, ‘Beta, if you find satisfaction in this, go ahead.’
He added: “He converted at the age of 17, it is a big step. My mother is Sikhni, my father is a Church-going Christian, he goes to church twice a week. From a young age, I have seen a lot of arguments related to religion and spirituality.”
View this post on Instagram
Vikrant Massey also shared how his relatives responded to his brother’s decision. He recalled:
“My father was questioned by my extended relatives about how he could ‘allow’ that [brother’s conversion]. He said that was none of their business. ‘He is my son, he is only answerable to me and has all the rights to choose what he wants.’ After seeing this, I went on my own quest, wondering what exactly is religion. It is man-made.”
Vikrant Massey, born to Jolly Massey and Meena Massey, entered marital bliss with Sheetal Thakur in 2022. Their joy multiplied as they embraced parenthood, welcoming a baby boy on February 7. This new chapter marks a significant milestone in their journey as a couple, bringing them immense happiness and fulfillment.
Vikrant expressed his aspirations as a parent, emphasizing the importance of teaching his child about rationalism. He said:
“It need not be religious. I don’t believe that if I do Laxmi Puja then I will be blessed with wealth. I do it because I grew up witnessing it, and it is now my lifestyle. My father would do it. He goes to church twice a week, but he also does puja with my mother and my wife. So, it is a beautiful house,”
View this post on Instagram
Vikrant elaborated on how not all aspects of life need to be tied to religion. He acknowledged that certain practices have become part of his lifestyle simply because he grew up observing them, rather than due to strict religious adherence. He concluded:
“My father would do it. He goes to church twice a week, but he also does puja with my mother and my wife. So, it is a beautiful house.”